The Real R&B Divas

Don't miss Fantasia via Facetime tonight!

Fantasia Barrino @TasiasWord - Tweet: "It's me, it's me, it's me guys! Good morning family, friends & fans. I've been missing since Nov. from your TL's but I'm back up & running!"Fantasia’s reintroduction to Twitter before getting into trouble for making a statement that many mistook as anti-gay marriage.(Photo: Daniel Boczarski/Getty Images for Super Bowl)

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Fantasia - Another alum of American Idol, Fantasia has also taken the R&B scene by storm with a voice that takes people to a place in time where soul music was what real good music was all about. Fantasia's song "Free Yourself" and her rendition of the classic "Summertime" will be listened to for generations to come. Don't miss her on 106 tonight via FaceTime with brand new music! (Photo: Daniel Boczarski/Getty Images for Super Bowl)

Keyshia Cole  - Keyshia Cole is back with a vengeance and letting the world know through her music. Last year the diva released her fifth studio album, Woman to Woman, which spawned the R&B hits "Enough of No Love" and "Trust & Believe."   (photo: John Ricard / BET)

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Keyshia Cole  - Keyshia Cole is back with a vengeance and letting the world know through her music. Last year the diva released her fifth studio album, Woman to Woman, which spawned the R&B hits "Enough of No Love" and "Trust & Believe."  (photo: John Ricard / BET)

The Diva Has Arrived - Mariah Carey, in all black everything, attends the American Idol Judges and Host Photo Call at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City. Carey is set to bring new star power to the hit singing reality competition series. (Photo: Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images)

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Mariah Carey - Mariah Carey is arguably the most talented female vocalist of the past century. Her octave range is unmatched and her string of No. 1 hits is unmatched, although Rihanna is trying to catch her. Oh, and did we mention that the word diva is synonymous with Mimi?  (Photo: Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images)

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Mary J. Blige - Throughout the years critics and fans have compared the talent of Keyshia Cole to that of the Queen of Hip Hop Soul, Mary J. Blige. Mary's honest and soulful brand of R&B has resonated with audiences worldwide for two decades.  (Photo: Rahav Segev/WireImage)

Whitney Houston - In October 2011, Whitney engaged in an argument with flight personnel about buckling her seatbelt. After being threatened with being booted from the plane, the "I'm Every Woman" singer refused to do it herself, but did allow someone else to strap her in, and the flight proceeded without any more incidents. (Photo: Frank Micelotta/PictureGroup)

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Whitney Houston - The late and beyond great Whitney Houston was the personification of the word diva. Her talent, beauty and strength is what set her apart from the rest of the pack, so best believe that her legacy will always be strong.   (Photo: Frank Micelotta/PictureGroup)

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Monica - The songstress gave us a retro vibe with a polished beehive ‘do in 2012. (Photo: Allen Berezovsky/WireImage)

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Monica - Monica has been in this game since she was a teenager and her talent was so immense that she was recognized by Whitney Houston before she was a household name. From "Don't Take It Personal" to "Love All Over Me," Monica has always risen to the occasion and turned out hits without a doubt. We salute you, diva!  (Photo: Allen Berezovsky/WireImage)

Brandy - Her raspy voice is undeniable, and with six albums under her belt Brandy is showing no signs of slowing down. Her most recent album, Two Eleven, is an ode to old school R&B with a few nods to the new school and we love it.  (photo: John Ricard / BET)

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Brandy - Her raspy voice is undeniable, and with six albums under her belt Brandy is showing no signs of slowing down. Her most recent album, Two Eleven, is an ode to old school R&B with a few nods to the new school and we love it. (photo: John Ricard / BET)

Jennifer Hudson: A Bikini - She's worked hard to take it off, now it's time to show it off. There's no hiding the drastic change to Hudson's body, even though she has been keeping it under wraps in pant suits and demure dresses. With spring just around the corner, we'd like to give the Weight Watchers spokeswoman a skin-baring suit so she can flaunt her size six bod. (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)

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Jennifer Hudson - With a voice as big as J. Hud's it's still not clear why she was ever voted off of American Idol, but then again without that setback she may never have been Effe in Dreamgirls. Since her breakout role she's released two successful albums and is going straight to the top. (Photo: Frazer Harrison/Getty Images for Mercedes-Benz)

Janet Jackson: May 16 - The pop legend, actress and Nutrisystem spokesperson looks hotter than ever at 46.(Photo: MAXA/Landov)

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Janet Jackson - She's the princess of the Jackson clan and a force to be reckoned with on her own. Nobody equals what a diva is more than Janet, Miss Jackson if you're nasty! (photo: MAXA /Landov)

Beyoncé - And the Queen Bey needs no introduction. Beyoncé runs the world and reps for all the girls, so applaud her!   (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images For BET)

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Beyoncé - And the Queen Bey needs no introduction. Beyoncé runs the world and reps for all the girls, so applaud her!  (Photo: Jason Merritt/Getty Images For BET)